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Foster Care System Urged to Plan for LGBT Youth

Original: Some Kids in Foster Care Will be Gay. We Need to Plan Accordingly.

A commentary argues that child welfare systems should proactively prepare for foster children who will grow up to be gay or otherwise LGBT, rather than treating sexual orientation as an afterthought. The piece calls for planning by foster carers, agencies and caseworkers so these young people are supported, not marginalized, while in care.

Why now: Ongoing debate about supporting LGBT youth in the child welfare system

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